Encourage Students to Attend: Resume Refresh & Career Fair

Faculty and staff are encouraged to promote student attendance at Resume Refresh and the Career Fair, two high-impact events that connect academic learning to career readiness.

Resume Refresh helps students translate coursework, projects, and experiences into strong resumes, while the Career Fair allows them to practice professional communication, explore career paths, and engage directly with employers.

Participation in these events supports the development of the Crown Your Career: 8 to Great (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies, including:

Career & Self-Development – Exploring career options and articulating strengths and interests

Communication – Practicing professional conversations with employers

Critical Thinking – Connecting academic experiences to workforce needs

Equity & Inclusion – Engaging with diverse organizations and perspectives

Leadership – Demonstrating initiative, confidence, and goal setting

Professionalism – Practicing workplace norms, etiquette, and accountability

Teamwork – Reflecting on collaborative academic and co-curricular experiences

Technology – Utilizing career platforms, digital resumes, and application tools

These events directly reinforce classroom learning by helping students relate academic content into career-ready skills, enhancing their employability outcomes.

We encourage faculty and staff to:

  • Offer extra credit or attendance incentives 

  • Include event details in syllabi or course announcements

  • Remind students that career preparation is an ongoing part of their academic journey

 

What to Expect by Class Level:

  • First-Year & Sophomore Students: 
    Focus on exploration and information gathering. Learn about career paths, industries, and internships, and start understanding what employers look for so you can plan forward focused.

  • Juniors, Seniors, and Graduate/Ph.D. Students: 
    Focus on securing opportunities. Use these events to pursue internships, part-time & full-time roles, assistantships, and professional connections aligned with your career goals.

Step 1:  Register: Handshake or Monarch Groups

Step 2: Start fine tuning by uploading a resume to Quinncia, the AI-powered resume tool provided by Old Dominion University: Quinncia | Old Dominion University. Quinncia offers feedback and suggestions to help strengthen a resume before meeting with a career coach. Use an ODU email and MIDAS password to log in and get started.  

Step 3: Attend Resume Refresh!

What to Bring : 
✔ A printed copy of your current resume to receive advanced personalized feedback 
✔ A positive attitude and a willingness to learn how to professionally present yourself 

Event Details:

Resume Refresh: Tuesday, October 20th, 2026 Drop-In between 9am-5pm | Hybrid

Attend In-Person: CCLD Main Office-2202 Webb Center OR Owens House Learning Commons

Attend Virtual: Resume Refresh Zoom Room

Register: [Handshake Link] [Monarch Groups link]

Can’t make it?

Our Career Coaches are always available for appointments via Handshake: Schedule Here by clicking on the “Career Center Tab”.  

 

Fall 2026 Career & Internship Fair: Thursday, October 22nd, 2026, 11:00am-3:00pm | Chartway Arena
Register: [Handshake Link]

Encouarge students to come prepared to learn, connect, and grow—no matter where they are on their academic journey. Together, we can help connect learning to life after graduation and take confident steps toward the future.

 

Resume Refresh Flyer: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:090e62bd-0e2d-4d7f-b824-dc650a4002fd